Buprenorphine is an opioid and works by changing the way the brain and nervous system respond to pain. My non medical opinion. Looking to see if there is a suboxone class action for dental problems. I never had any problems with my teeth until I started taking this medication. Since I started this medication Ive had nothing but problems. Likely 4 root canals still coming. If you have questions, please call the refund administrator at 1-877-545-0238. I had a gorgeous smile and only ever had one cavity before going on Suboxone in 2012 with no warning about the risks to my smile My teeth are now rotting out of my head and I've got terrible tooth decay that I cannot afford to deal with! I feel like I'm wearing those vampire teeth we used to play with as kids. Suboxone has taken away so many things from my mother, but it also has taken away so much from our family. These problems, some of which have been serious, have been reported even in patients with no history of dental issues. I started taking Suboxone 5 years ago and only had a couple cavities my entire life prior. I have four teeth remaining on my lowers, and they are also beyond repair. I would not have been able to do any of that without it. No withdrawals! All of my teeth are broken since I've started using Suboxone. 2.5 million people in the U.S. taking Suboxone. The lawsuit, filed Sept. 23 in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern Division of Pennsylvania, accuses the company of . Butterflyangel46. Yes its benefits of helping me live a pain free life of sobriety is great- but so are the teeth in my mouth that Ive spent my entire life caring for. I just wish I would have known about the dental risks beforehand. Now it's too late I will be in dentures soon hopefully and hopefully will find the confidence that I once had. After getting on subs with in the first 2 years my teeth literally was starting to crumble. [Show More]I have been on suboxone for almost 4 years and I am 4 years sober. Howd she do it? There was no warning label there never is on anything or a side affect on your paper that went this far I only have one tooth to chew on now. The agency recommends patients take a large sip of water,. I was never informed of any concerns that it may cause any dental problems, everyone should have been told about the risk before prescribing. I have done everything I possibly can to prevent them from falling but sadly I believe I will need a dental bridge. I wouldve chosen a different rout. Then fill out their form, which they won't respond to, but it is the only way they track these "adverse ef[Show More]People could start by telling the truth. The site is secure. Buprenorphine and other opioid agonist medications can reduce the saliva . After the medicine is completely dissolved, take a large sip of water, swish it gently around your teeth and gums, and swallow. This has cost over $50,000 in damages to repair. This is not only a travesty for those of us who have legitimate pain but also a conspiracy on the part of the clinics and drug manufacturers to get you onto a drug that's cheaper for them to distribute. Id love to know how many other people were told by dentists and doctors that it doesnt affect the teeth(2002-2017). On top of being dependent on Suboxone, she lost her front tooth while on vacation in Florida. I have been on suboxone for 4 years, i didn't have dental problems until I started, iam only 39 yrs old, now everyone of mine has tooth decay or broken and missing and it is so hard to be able to afford getting them fixed. *The cases were reported to the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) database. With all of that being said. Most cases were in patients using the medicines for OUD; however, 28 cases of dental problems occurred in patients using it to treat pain. I had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. I believe suboxone was the reason my oral health declined. With all of that being said. Now, when the hell is someone gonna give a crap enough to move forward with representation for us? There needs to be a class action lawsuit over this How much money have the pharmaceutical companies made on this drug? I never had any dental issues until I started suboxone and no one informed me that this could be a side effect. I have always taken care of my teeth and now I cant afford to replace these. 6 months later i missed it and went to the wrong office. She trusted her provider to have her best interest at heart and was lied to. i took Suboxone back in 2012 and I am experiencing major dental problems. Its only my bottom 2 teeth. I wish this I knew that before I starting taking this crap! Booked another appointment at a different place wait 6 months the oral surgeon had a baby and wont be in. Suzuki J, Park EM. It's no coincidence that I've lost only bottom teeth considering that they are more exposed to the Suboxone as it dissolves. At bo point was I EVER warned that this medication would destroy not only my smile but my pride, self worth, mental health, marriage the list goes on and on. Thanks. I had some dental issues before, but after starting on Belbuca my teeth began to rot out of my head no matter how much $ I spent trying to save my teeth. My mother took belbuca for 10 months and now has had to have numerous teeth pulled and replaced by implants, in addition to gum infections, and oral including tongue infections. One broke off at the gum line, I just went to the dentist this week and they referred me to an oral suergon , the tooth next to that has a chunk that fell out & they are trying to do a root canal (if my insurance approves it) & I have other issues that they will work on after but those are the most 2 serious right now. I just found out this morning that this medicine (suboxone/ generic buprenorphine films and pills) is very bad for teeth. Im so heartbroken. My dentist has been totally stumped about my mouth!! The teeth were not fixable. When combined with counseling and other behavioral therapies, this comprehensive. My top teeth were implants from a [Show More]I started on Subutex in 2017 and after about a year was switched to suboxone. Before sharing sensitive information, make sure youre on a federal government site. View Profile. Had all my top teeth pulled year ago. By neither her physician nor the pharmacist. I am up late again due to another infection in my teeth. At the very least Big Pharma should be paying for all of our dental care. I decided I wanted to stop around 2010 and looked for a doctor. I unfortunately lost all of my teeth 4 years ago not knowing it was suboxone. People often refer to us as the happiest couple theyve ever known; I would say the happiest people who never smile. I get it for all the oral forms. Again, I wish the makers of Subutex and Suboxone would have it made clear how drastically their medication affect ones teeth since I would have chosen a different treatment. I used opiates for a year before starting suboxone. 2.The Suboxone causes dry mouth which makes your mouth a breeding ground for bacteria especially when you sleep with your mouth open like everone does 3.The dry mouth makes everyone drink more and alot of the times (like in my case) it's not always water, I hate water and drink Powerade. Nearly all of my once perfect teeth have cavities that the dentists won't even work on due to the damage done by the buprenorphine. If anyone knows about a class action lawsuit please let me know where to go. I believe suboxone was the reason my oral health declined. I was never warned. The worst part is that I don't have the money to get my teeth fixed! I live in Talkeetna, alaska. With all of that being said. Suboxone and a similar medicine, Subutex, are both proven to help people with opioid addiction stay in recovery. I developed almost 20 cavities in 6 months being on this stuff. I'm finally free of this drug that literally destroyed my body. I have photos of my smile before starting Buprenorphine and current photos.. disgusting! I have had 6 teeth removed. Something needs to be done to rectify the trauma that has been done to patients teeth!!! I began taking suboxone in 2007, I have never taken more than a 1/4 of a strip at a time, I have lost all the top molars on one side of my mouth, 2 on the other, all the teeth along my gum line are black, and the only 2 teeth I have left that fit together and can chew with, are completely hollowed out and I'm unable to chew anything hot, cold, or crunchy at all. I just assumed it was because of my past life style and it's just finally catching up to me which maybe that is part of it. Anyone knows how long it will take? The best of luck to you. She was prescribed OxyContin back when they told people it was non-habit forming. I wish I wouldve known this was going to happen. I would appreciate help holding someone responsible for this. Class action lawsuit. Let's not scare people into getting on a life saving medication because there may be a way for people to win some money now, all of a sudden. Suboxone gave me part of my life back, but took my smile!! Now, when the hell is someone gonna give a crap enough to move forward with representation for us? This has cost over $50,000 in damages to repair. I was given Suboxone so I could stop taking pain medication for an injury. 2012 after being dependent on the pills the strips came out after just my first year 2013-2014 my first front tooth fell out. class Action Lawsuit going so maybe we can get the money due to us to fix our destroyed teeth. After getting on subs with in the first 2 years my teeth literally was starting to crumble. Rant over. It saved my life. I was never informed of any negative side effects of buprenorphine therapy other than "the usual side effects of opioid management". I feel everyone here's pain, I have been on This medication for 8 years. Someone should be responsible for the damage, bc we can not afford to fix our teeth properly. My top teeth were implants from a. I started on Subutex in 2017 and after about a year was switched to suboxone. Users with no history of dental issues have reported experiencing tooth decay, cavities, oral infections and loss of teeth, the agency warns. By neither her physician nor the pharmacist. Some dental problems from buprenorphine occurred as soon as two weeks after beginning treatment. I have been using suboxone since 2008. Weve been on suboxone for a couple years now and both have started loosing teeth for no reason at all! My mouth is in so much pain all the time. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. This also has caused severe depression. Separating this drug effect from that of the previous drugs that resulted in the suboxone Rx is likely impossible. What now??? I'm so ashamed and in constant pain, I desperately need help and I have no idea where to turn!!! I filled out the paperwork for the lawsuit. I am low income mother of 3 and I am not able to or have never been able to afford proper dental care as most people in my situation cant. I need help. By the time I was 25yrs old (3 years on Suboxone) I was having to get teeth removed. I think there is a class action suit against the drugmaker for dental decay. Ive always prided myself on having excellent teeth but in 6 months that all changed. Very quickly did we learn that it was a lie. Its devastating absolutely devastating to lose your teeth this young after having a beautiful smile. I have been on suboxone since 2014. 2012 after being dependent on the pills the strips came out after just my first year 2013-2014 my first front tooth fell out. Thanks a lot!!! 4 years later here I sit I had chalked it up to putting my body thru too much over the years never a medication that was meant to save my life- my teeth are rottting. In fact, none of us knew that we weren't supposed to be on it for longer than A certain amount of time yet we also all know that these doctors push it and push it and when you're done with the opioid addiction they push it some more with "pain control." It has helped me to turn my life around, I have a stable good career, and a nice home. there is no gas, only shots in my gums, so they can pull the stumps of my once beautiful teeth out, and give me dentures. I have lost all my back molars on the left upper side and now I am experiencing issues with the front eye tooth. I needed it for 2 weeks. At bo point was I EVER warned that this medication would destroy not only my smile but my pride, self worth, mental health, marriage the list goes on and on. Its not just our teeth thats missing, ..its our lives. I went from never having to go to the dentist anymore than the normal check ups, and now Im everything single month and it still doesnt help or change anything. I have lost 4 teeth and I am losing more as a result of using Subutex My heart breaks as she can only eat certain foods and has to stay away from others. I cannot stop it because the withdrawal is excruciating. I've been on suboxone since 2012 and my teeth are complete shit now. My dental problems got so bad after starting subutex, and someone should be held responsible. We were never informed that to get clean it would cost us our smiles. Literally. When combined with counseling and other behavioral therapies, this comprehensive approach is often one of the most effective ways of treating OUD. Our treatment options are limited to extractions without sedation and temporary dentures of the poorest quality that are made by dental students. Never smoked meth or crack. The benefits of buprenorphine medicines clearly outweigh the risks. Booked another appointment at a different place wait 6 months the oral surgeon had a baby and wont be in. Im thinking my teeth are heading in the same direction. This is ridicules and the manufactures needs to be held accountable for this. Now I hate leaving my house because I am soooo embarrassed it literally makes me cry. These strategies will include recommending that prescribers refer patients to dental care services and encourage them to have regular checkups while taking these products. The embarrassment and shame I feel is unbearable!! It's so unfair to so many people and they should be held accountable for valuing money over peoples lives! Now I'm having to live with the too[Show More]I have been on suboxone for 4 years, i didn't have dental problems until I started, iam only 39 yrs old, now everyone of mine has tooth decay or broken and missing and it is so hard to be able to afford getting them fixed. Someone should be responsible for the damage, bc we can not afford to fix our teeth properly. That was years ago. One broke off at the gum line, I just went to the dentist this week and they referred me to an oral suergon , the tooth next to that has a chunk that fell out & they are trying to do a root canal (if my insurance appro[Show More]Looking to see if there is a suboxone class action for dental problems. If i knew the impact i wouldn't have started these at all. I now am missing 7 or 8 teeth and almost all of the rest of my teeth have crowns on them. 0. Ive had to get therapy for depression and crippling social anxiety. It can help sustain recovery and prevent or reduce opioid overdose. Nobody told here it would rot her teeth . To help FDA track safety issues with medicines, report adverse events involving transmucosal buprenorphine or other medicines to the FDA MedWatch program, using the information in the "Contact Us" box at the bottom of this page. BMC Oral Health 2020;20:44. I had perfect teeth before starting them, not even a single cavity. I have taken Subutex/Suboxone for about 15 years as an off label prescription for pain. Just the pain alone I can't do anything. I notice it and I have great looking teeth. Id love to hear from others , I was on drugs for almost 10 years and never had any problems with my teeth until I started taking suboxen now all my teeth are rotting breaking apart and I can't afford to fix them.the pain is unbearable sometimes. Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit Overview Suboxone Tooth Decay Lawsuit There are many causes of gum disease. Your comment will still be posted, just with a slight delay! this whole story is made of lies and deception. I am ashamed to smile or even kiss my girlfriend anymore. Suboxone has decayed my teeth so bad the dentist wants to put crowns on many of them, I want to sue them. I was never warned about tooth loss. I now have had to have all top teeth pulled and now I have a denture in place. But Ive been having all sorts of teeth problems. Other cases reported requiring root canals, dental surgery, and other procedures such as crowns and implants. I never smile if i do i turn my head away from people and have to get antibiotics for infections. Never smoked meth or crack. This was of course, a lie. Do not suddenly stop taking your buprenorphine medicine without first talking to your health care professional as it could lead to serious consequences, including relapse to opioid misuse or abuse that could result in overdose and death. Refer patients to a dentist as soon as possible after starting transmucosal buprenorphine for a baseline dental evaluation, dental caries risk assessment and preventive plan, and encourage them to have regular dental checkups while taking the medicine. Memo from Chair Lina M. Khan to commission staff and commissioners regarding the vision and priorities for the FTC. I've had to go thru so much pain during some of my visits, I need to go more and I'm just so damn scared!!! Premature infants fed Similac or Enfamil cow's milk formula faced increased risk of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) or wrongful death. I still have more work due. Getting too embarrassed to even go in a store much less work. Whoever made the Suboxone needs to pay for them. You could also become sick with withdrawal symptoms because your body has become used to the buprenorphine medicine. class Action Lawsuit going so maybe we can get the money due to us to fix our destroyed teeth. I had all my dental repairs up to date and during the past 5 years on suboxone my teeth have gotten horrible. Same here been on subtext and Suboxone all my teeth are falling out or decaying very bad. Suboxen saved my life, but if I would have known about the withdrawals and the tooth decay I would have never started taking them. After researching this issue, I have learned that Suboxone weakens the bones around the teeth, thereby loosening the teeth, and they fall out. According to the alert, the FDA is already aware of over 300 cases of dental problems, of which 131 have been classified as serious. I have experienced everything the other commenters have described, but because I couldn't afford regular dental care prior to being put on Suboxone, I don't qualify for the class action lawsuit because I can't "prove it". Both of us have lost almost all of our teeth completely. I have paid the dentist so much money for root canals and crowns and posts and fillings!!! Someone should be responsible for the damage, bc we can not afford to fix our teeth properly. before the suboxone my teeth were in decent shape and now its problem after problem! Was on perks for 2 years and my teeth where PERFECT. The constant agony. I needed it for 2 weeks. In 10 years I've never once had a medical provider tell me about the potential dental problems caused by this medication. Idk why the dont make a sweetener free version like with liquid methadone doesnt take a genius to know that taking a drug that gives you dry mouth thats full of sweetener and citric acid under the tongue up to multiple times a day would cause tooth decay. My heart breaks as she can only eat certain foods and has to stay away from others. Ive spent a too much time hiding my teeth in shame and Im going to hold someone responsible. Period. She cant eat or stand the oral pain much longer. Been on buprenorphine since 2010. I think if there was real scientific research they would see a correspondence with subs and tooth decay. Let's ask those taking suboxone, that are in recovery, how often they went to the dentist or how well they took care of their teeth, when they were in active addiction. Had I known this maybe I would've chose a different front medication or just make sure I could afford having more dental chec, Just in a few years I have been taking this medication I've had multiple teeth pulled my front tooth crack and almost every tooth has decay in it. I was never told suboxone did this kind of damage! Informed Consent is the law. No withdrawals! She was prescribed OxyContin back when they told people it was non-habit forming. And not to mention, there may be a lawsuit against the makers of suboxone now too? Benefits for use outweigh these risks and oral care can help. Now I've had to have about $10,000 worth of work just in the last 2 years alone! I began taking Suboxone to simply stop taking 3-4 loratabs a day to combat anxiety for about a year. To help FDA track safety issues with medicines, report side effects from buprenorphine or other medicines to the FDA MedWatch program, using the information in the "Contact FDA" box at the bottom of this page. The makers of this drug should be held accountable for this harm. I been off suboxone for a 17months with no teeth left no sex drive and problems with focusing or memory problems! Id love to hear from others , My daughter is hospitalized because of suboxone and her teeth are falling out my god shut down these clinics all they want is your 400.00 a month my daughter is fighting for her life due to this suboxone, All my teeth rotted out at a fairly young age from suboxone. I took good care of my teeth even while I was using. She was never informed there have been reports of tooth decay using this medication long term. 2. Now, I rarely smile and when I do I cover my mouth! People could start by telling the truth. SAMHSA: Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). It had NO DECAY. I had to have all my teeth removed and get implant dentures at the age of 38 which cost me over $10,000. I was never warned about tooth loss. I hardly go out anymore because I used to have a beau[Show More]I was on drugs for almost 10 years and never had any problems with my teeth until I started taking suboxen now all my teeth are rotting breaking apart and I can't afford to fix them.the pain is unbearable sometimes. In the last 2 years, my front teeth are now loose and Im at risk of them falling out. One broke off at the gum line, I just went to the dentist this week and they referred me to an oral suergon , the tooth next to that has a chunk that fell out & they are trying to do a root canal (if my insurance approves it) & I have other issues that they will work on after but those are the most 2 serious right now. I wouldve chosen a different rout. I've been on suboxone since 2012 and my teeth are complete shit now. Same I started out with the tablets in 2010 and a year later I had rotten teeth. I think suboxone makers should pay me back for all my dental treatment plus years of suffering! I lost 3 teeth. I want to join the class action lawsuit against Suboxone for my teeth if messed every one of my teeth up I'm lucky if I have two teeth in the front of my mouth please help me that's all I want them to do is help me get dental implants. I am having the last four teeth removed from my uppers on 4/22/22, as they are beyond repair. These medicines are available as single-ingredient products and in combination with. The prescribing and patient information will also include strategies to maintain or improve oral health while undergoing treatment with these medicines. My husband and I both started taking Suboxone in 2015. I have four teeth remaining on. I took 1 1/2 doses of buprenorphine in 2020 when my body was attacked by COVID. I was given Suboxone so I could stop taking pain medication for an injury. Leukemia, lymphoma and other cancer may be caused by benzene in Neutrogena, Aveeno, Coppertone and other sunscreens. With that being said, when she had had enough of being addicted to something that would eventually kill her, she tried to quit cold turkey. I cannot get used to that. Suzuki J, Mittal L, Woo SB. CERTIFIED CLASS The Court certified what is known as an "issues Class." That means the case will proceed as a class action against Indivior Now I've had to have about $10,000 worth of work just in the last 2 years alone! I have cavities on every single tooth, and another one broke just last w[Show More]I have been prescribed Suboxone for 4 years. If you were to look at our photos From then till now, it would not look like two people who were Free from opioid addiction; living a normal and healthy lifestyle. I have had to apply f[Show More]I have been on Suboxone to treat opioid dependence. This is amazing yet when I started reaching out to doctor about the potential risks of tooth decay (as i had started experiencing rapid tooth decay and loss of teeth) I was told time and time again that suboxone doesnt do this. Smoking and chewing tobacco are two of the most common causes. If I knew my teeth would be disintegrating out of my mouth. I need help. I've been prescribed them for 9.5 years now. My dentist has been totally stumped about my mouth!! Before I started taking it I had normal issues. It's embarrassing and has caused a serious problem in my overall quality of life! I have Medi Cal for my dental insurance and they've denied most of my procedures. The dentist is literally the scariest place for me to go to. Because we come to a narrow precipice where I have to decide whether or not I'm going to probably lose my job because I'm gonna have to cold turkey this medicine at some point and I would rather lose my job and go cold turkey than to live without my teeth. Before suboxone I had beautiful healthy teeth that I got a lot of compliments on.

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